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Fine Copper Wire Battery Separator Cloth

Ultra-fine woven copper wire cloth serving as separator material in alkaline batteries, preventing short circuits while allowing electrolyte flow. Its precise mesh structure ensures reliable battery performance and longevity. Classified under tariff item 7419.80.90 as other articles of copper.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China3%β€”3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico3%β€”3%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States3%β€”3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany3%β€”3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan3%β€”3%

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8507.90.00Lower: Free vs 3%

If the cloth is shaped and assembled as a battery separator component

Parts of electric accumulators are classified in Chapter 85.

8421.99.00Lower: Free vs 3%

If the cloth is used as a filter in battery manufacturing equipment

Parts of filtering machinery are classified in Chapter 84.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the product is not classified as a part of an electric battery under Chapter 85; it is a woven copper cloth

β€’ Provide mesh specifications and copper purity documentation

β€’ If the cloth is cut to specific battery dimensions, it may still be classified here unless it becomes a finished battery part

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